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Uncover the intriguing world of one of the earliest armchair detectives, The Old Man in the Corner, a captivating creation by Baroness Orczy, renowned author of the acclaimed Scarlet Pimpernel series. Born in the aftermath of Sherlock Holmes immense popularity, The Old Man primarily relies on sensational penny dreadful newspaper stories, with occasional forays into humorous courtroom visits. All these tales are intricately narrated, while he ties complex knots in a string, to a Lady Journalist who shares his favored tea-shop. Indulge in this riveting collection of mysteries that will keep you ...

Discover the pioneering world of Lady Molly of Scotland Yard, a riveting collection of tales featuring Molly Robertson-Kirk, one of literatures earliest female detectives. Crafted by the brilliant Baroness Orczy, renowned creator of The Scarlet Pimpernel, this 1910 publication centers around a unique female sleuth who conquers crime with her intellect, not physical prowess. Lady Molly of Scotland Yard was not only a literary phenomenon, with three editions emerging in its debut year, but also a groundbreaking character, predating real life female detectives by a full decade. Immerse yourself ...

Case of Miss Elliott is the thrilling sequel to the tales spun in The Old Man in the Corner. This second installment of the series presents twelve new enigmatic cases, each masterfully unraveled by our astute Old Man, while he casually enjoys his milk and cheesecake at the quaint ABC Tea Shop. His tales are listened to by Polly Burton, an up-and-coming journalist, who, despite her initial skepticism, finds herself conceding that the Old Mans conclusions provide undeniably plausible resolutions to these mysteries that have left the police and coroner perplexed. This early 20th century detective...

It is 1792, during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror. An English aristocrat regarded as an ineffectual fop is actually a master of disguises who—with a small band of dedicated friends—undertakes dangerous missions to save members of the French nobility from the guillotine. His friends and foes know him only as the Scarlet Pimpernel. But the ruthless French agent Chauvelin is sworn to hunt him down and uncover his identity.

A brand-new, unabridged recording of Baroness Orczy's classic tale of adventure, read by Julian Rhind-Tutt. Paris, 1792. The Terror has begun. Every day, scores of the French nobility are delivered to the guillotine. Trapped in the capital, they have no way of escape. But rumours abound of a league of young English gentlemen who are risking their lives to spirit French aristocrats away to safety across the Channel. Led by a man known only as the 'Scarlet Pimpernel', they leave no trace behind them save a single note.

Created by Baroness Orczy, author of the famous Scarlet Pimpernel series, The Old Man in the Corner was one of the earliest armchair detectives, popping up with so many others in the wake of the huge popularity of the Sherlock Holmes stories. The Old Man relies mostly upon sensationalistic "penny dreadful" newspaper accounts, with the occasional courtroom visit for extra laughs. He narrates all this information (while tying complicated knots in a piece of string) to a Lady Journalist who frequents the same tea-shop.

El Dorado is a thrilling sequel to The Scarlet Pimpernel, filled with daring rescues, disguises, and intrigue during the French Revolution. Sir Percy Blakeney must once again outwit his enemies in a dangerous mission to save an innocent prisoner from the guillotine.

The Elusive Pimpernel continues the thrilling adventures of the Scarlet Pimpernel as he outwits his enemies in revolutionary France. With danger, deception, and daring escapes, this swashbuckling classic is full of intrigue and heroism.

In the year 1792, Sir Percy and Lady Marguerite Blakeney are the darlings of British society---he is known as one of the wealthiest men in England and a dimwit; she is French, a stunning former actress, and "the cleverest woman in Europe"---and they find themselves at the center of a deadly political intrigue.

An original and entertaining selection of crime stories all committed on the railways. Authors include Baroness Orczy (most famous for The Scarlet Pimpernel) and Maurice Leblanc (most famous for Arsene Lupin.)

The French Revolution is at the height of its fury. Daily, hundreds of aristocratic heads fall from the guillotine. Emotions run high, and anyone suspected of sympathy toward the nobility is in mortal danger. Only one man is daring enough to lead a small band against popular opinion - the Scarlet Pimpernel. Using masterful disguises and clever strategies, the Scarlet Pimpernel smuggles noblemen and women from France to safety in England. His success is a thorn in the side of the Revolution. As he vanishes from each escapade, he leaves no trace behind except an image of the colorful flower that is his emblem.

I Will Repay is the second novel in The Scarlet Pimpernel series, following a tale of revenge, love, and political intrigue during the French Revolution. When a noblewoman swears vengeance upon a man who unknowingly saved her, the Scarlet Pimpernel is drawn into a web of deception and danger.

The Laughing Cavalier: Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel is a swashbuckling prequel to the Scarlet Pimpernel series. Set in 17th-century Holland, it follows a charming, witty adventurer who finds himself caught in a web of political intrigue, romance, and daring escapades.

The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel is a collection of thrilling short stories detailing the daring rescues of Sir Percy Blakeney and his secret society. With each story revealing new disguises, clever plots, and heart-stopping escapes, this book is a must-read for fans of high-stakes adventure.

Lord Tony’s Wife is another thrilling installment in the Scarlet Pimpernel series, focusing on Lord Tony and his beloved Yvonne. When she is kidnapped by vengeful enemies, Tony seeks the help of the Scarlet Pimpernel to save her. Packed with intrigue, romance, and daring rescues, this novel is a must-read for fans of swashbuckling adventure.

Pimpernel and Rosemary continues the legacy of the Scarlet Pimpernel through his descendant, Peter Blakeney. Set against the backdrop of rising Nazi power in Hungary, this thrilling tale of spies, deception, and forbidden romance weaves together political intrigue and heroism in the fight against oppression.

The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel is the thrilling final showdown between the daring Scarlet Pimpernel and his arch-nemesis, Chauvelin. Set during the last days of the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror, this dramatic tale is filled with intrigue, deception, and heroic rescues.

Lady Molly of Scotland Yard is a collection of short stories about Molly Robertson-Kirk, an early fictional female detective. First published in 1910, Orczy's female detective was the precursor of the lay sleuth who relies on brains rather than brawn. As well as being one of the first novels to feature a female detective as the main character, Orczy's outstandingly successful and brilliant police officer preceded her real-life female counterparts by a decade.

The Scarlet Pimpernel follows Sir Percy Blakeney, an English aristocrat who secretly leads a group dedicated to rescuing French nobles from the guillotine during the Reign of Terror. Disguised as the enigmatic Scarlet Pimpernel, he employs clever disguises and elaborate ruses to outsmart the revolutionary forces, particularly the ruthless Chauvelin. Meanwhile, his wife, Marguerite, an actress unwittingly caught up in the conflict, initially suspects him of treachery. As the story unfolds, themes of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice emerge. The novel captures the tension between the aristocracy ...

The "League of the Scarlet Pimpernel" is a secret society made up of twenty English aristocrats. The commander is the so-called "Scarlet Pimpernel" but almost nobody knows his real identity. The society aims to defy the French revolutionaries. The main goal is to rescue innocents from the deadly guillotine.